Key Stage 1 Class Teacher

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced teacher to join our school teaching a Key Stage 1 class from January 2026 to 31^st August 2027.

The Governors are looking for a highly motivated teacher to join our welcoming and friendly staff team. 

Whitwell Primary School is a popular school with approximately 250 children. It is situated approximately 5 mins from the M1, junction 30.

Our children are happy learners, well behaved and enthusiastic. They learn best when teaching is engaging and innovative, so we want to appoint a teacher who can contribute to our creative approach to teaching, is inclusive and has high expectations. 

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• has recent knowledge of the Y1 and Y2 curriculum and its expectations.
• has proven they can teach to a high standard
• has excellent classroom management and will embrace fully the school ethos
• has effective organisational skills
• has experience of mixed-age classes
• is lively, enthusiastic and able to work as a team member
• is able to work closely with parents and involve them in their child’s education
•  is able to work as a team with current staff in and outside the classroom.  

Please note: we are unable to accept applications from ECT’s currently.

Visits to the school are encouraged.  Please call the school on 01909 720251.

Provisional Interview Date: 1 December 2025